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Physical inactivity in mid-life is putting millions at risk of poor health in older age

Physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for poor health and disability in later life, and yet nearly a quarter of people aged 50 to 70 do less than thirty minutes of physical activity a week.

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Michael's voice - COVID-19 and the digital divide

“If anyone needs to get out and do things, do it on a computer. It’s a fantastic freedom”.

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Pat's voice - COVID-19 and the digital divide

“We talk about anything and nothing – it’s a lifeline for someone like me… If I can’t find out about something – she looks things up for me on the computer.”

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Age UK – COVID-19 and the digital divide

“Being adaptable and flexible enough to deliver our support remotely during the pandemic has meant that we’ve continued to help older people at a time when they need us the most.”

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‘Couch to Out and About’: age-friendly walking in Greater Manchester

Tameside Council in Greater Manchester is encouraging older residents to be more physically active and socialise through walking.

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Northfield Community Partnership – COVID-19 and the digital divide

This is the story of how Northfield Community Partnership (NCP) provided digital support to over 50s during the pandemic.

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Keep on movin' - the importance of staying active in your 50s and 60s

This webinar explored the motivators and barriers to physical activity for people in their 50s and 60s, and what might work to help people in this age group feel the benefits and get active. With special guest, Derrick Evans MBE: Mr Motivator.

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What is so off-putting about walking and cycling?

Despite it being one of the easiest ways to build physical activity into daily life, people in mid and later life are less likely to participate in active travel than younger age groups.

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